A CULTURAL CALENDAR 2016
A CULTURAL CALENDAR 2016 TRAVEL PROGRAMS W I N T E R 2 016 Dec 26 to Jan 8
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Kings, Gods & Dragons: New Year’s in Cambodia & Vietnam with Olivier Bernier
Dec 30 to Jan 13
A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & Jordan by Private Plane with Isabel Stünkel
Jan 10 to 25
In the World of the Maharajas: The Splendors of Rajasthan with Olivier Bernier
Jan 14 to 21
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Gardens of the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud with Patrick Bowe
Jan 19 to 28
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Arabian Innovation in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Doha with Brent D. Ryan
Feb 7 to 23
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India East to West: From Delhi to Mumbai with Christopher Noey
Feb 20 to 25
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New Perspectives on Ancient Mexico with James Doyle
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China, Classical to Cutting Edge: Featuring Art Basel Hong Kong with Dora Ching
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Art & Architecture of Cuba with Inés Powell. Also Oct 29 to Nov 5
April 10 to 18
Dutch & Flemish Landscapes Aboard AmaPrima with Freyda Spira
April 18 to 27
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Titian to Tiepolo: The Veneto & Venice with Olivier Bernier
April 29 to May 10
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Ancient Civilizations of Peru with Joanne Pillsbury
April 30 to May 9
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Great Houses & Gardens of Northern Ireland with Patrick Bowe
May 4 to 15
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Pre-Raphaelites & Arts and Crafts Movement in England with Constance McPhee
May 11 to 20
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The Western Mediterranean: Rome to Málaga Aboard Sea Cloud II with Frank Dabell
May 20 to June 1
In the Footsteps of St. James: Camino de Santiago with Inés Powell
SU M M E R 2 016 June 5 to 16
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Gems of Northern Europe: Hamburg, Hannover & The Hague with Olivier Bernier
June 10 to 21
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The Lower Danube: Vienna to Bucharest Aboard Royal Crown with Jayson Dobney
June 12 to 25
Byzantium & Beyond Aboard Variety Voyager with Yelena Rakic
June 15 to 25
Moscow to St. Petersburg Aboard Volga Dream with Maryan Ainsworth
June 20 to 29
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Houses of the English Aristocracy with Olivier Bernier
July 1 to 12
St. Petersburg to Copenhagen Aboard Sea Cloud II with Pierre Terjanian
July 22 to Aug 2
Castles & Collections of the Celtic Isles Aboard Sea Cloud II with Patrick Bowe
FA L L I W I N T E R 2 0 1 6 Sept 9 to 18
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In the Realm of Eleanor: Poitiers to Bordeaux with Olivier Bernier
Sept 15 to 23
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Fire & Ice: Iceland Natura with Pari Stave
Sept 20 to 30
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The Romantic Rhône: Arles to Lyon Aboard AmaDagio with Olivier Bernier
Sept 26 to Oct 7
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Discovering the Caucasus: Armenia, Georgia & Azerbaijan with Helen Evans
Oct 14 to 23
Splendors of Sicily: Naples to Malta Aboard Sea Cloud II with Wolfram Koeppe
Oct 14 to 23
Adriatic Odyssey: Venice to Malta Aboard Sea Cloud with Stephan Wolohojian
Oct 16 to 21
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Majestic Estates & Artistic Legacy of the Hudson Valley with Morrie Heckscher
Oct 20 to Nov 5
Iconic Iran: A Journey Through Persia with Christopher Lightfoot
Oct 23 to Nov 3
Art & Archaeology of Israel with Ira Spar
Dec 26 to Jan 6
A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & the Nile by Private Plane with Diana Patch
Fall 2015 Dear Travelers and Friends, Asia in winter has many charms: good weather, of course, but also an abundance of treasures created over the centuries. The rich and powerful aristocracies of the East shaped complex civilizations which dazzle us still.
• New Year’s in Cambodia & Vietnam, December 26, 2015 to January 8, 2016 Welcome the New Year with a gala dinner at an elegant hotel in Siem Reap, where we discover why, for six centuries, the Khmer culture was one of the world’s most splendid. • The World of the Maharajas: Splendors of Rajasthan, January 10 to 25, 2016 Private visits to royal palaces from Jaipur to Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Agra distinguish this exceptional program, which includes a sunset visit to the Taj Mahal. • India East to West: From Delhi to Mumbai, February 7 to 23, 2016 Across the Indian subcontinent, holy cities, temples, Buddhist frescoes, and the variety of Indian life enrich our understanding of this great culture. • China: Classical to Cutting-Edge & Art Basel Hong Kong, March 16 to 25, 2016 The dynamic metropolis of Shanghai with the best museum in China will be the prelude to bustling Hong Kong and its Art Basel Fair.
Cruise programs are noted for their diversity, small groups, deluxe ships, and expert lecturers. In the early spring the flowers are a riot of color in the gardens of Holland. From the decks of a charming riverboat, admire glorious Dutch & Flemish Landscapes in April. Cruising under the billowing sails of the magnificent Sea Cloud II is one of the great thrills of travel. Don’t miss your chance when we explore the Jewels of the Western Mediterranean in May. Discover the magical architecture and historic Russian villages along the Waterways of the Tsars as you cruise aboard the delightful Volga Dream from Moscow to St. Petersburg in June. We look forward to welcoming you on one of these extraordinary journeys. Sincerely,
Jim Friedlander President P. S. Did you know that our travelers now have the option of visiting Cuba by private luxury yacht? Please contact us for details about this exciting new opportunity or our many signature Cuba land programs. 1040 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10018-3721 • PHONE 212.514.8921 or 800.221.1944 • FAX 212.344.7493 EMAIL trips@arrangementsabroad.com • WEBSITE www.arrangementsabroad.com
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Arabian Innovation: Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Doha January 19 to 28, 2016 Travel to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha to learn how innovative urban planning sustains 21st-century lifestyles in the desert. Tour the world’s tallest building and meet with one of its architects; take a private boat to The World archipelago; see the stunning Sheikh Zayed Mosque; and visit the I.M. Pei-designed Museum of Islamic Art. Land rate: $7,795 India East to West: From Delhi to Mumbai February 7 to 23, 2016 Discover India’s museums, palaces, and temples during a journey from Delhi to Mumbai. Highlights include an evening Hindu prayer ceremony in Varanasi, a Sufi Qawwali performance in Hyderabad, and a visit to the Ajanta Caves in Aurangabad. Land rate: $12,950
Photo by Washi88
New Perspectives on Ancient Mexico February 20 to 25, 2016 Visit great pre-Columbian landmarks and admire cutting-edge contemporary architecture in Mexico City. Enjoy privileged access to exceptional collections, and a reception and dinner at a private home. An optional postlude features Palenque and other remarkable ruins in southern Mexico. Land rate: $3,995 New Year’s celebration in Vietnam
Kings, Gods & Dragons: New Year’s in Cambodia & Vietnam December 26, 2015 to January 8, 2016 Celebrate the New Year at Angkor Wat. In Phnom Penh, view masterpieces of Khmer art in the National Museum, and see the Royal Palace and its magnificent Silver Pagoda. Fly to Siem Reap to discover the overwhelmingly beautiful temples of Angkor. In Vietnam, explore museums in Hanoi and Saigon. Land rate: $11,450 A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & Jordan by Private Plane December 30, 2015 to January 13, 2016 See the wonders of Giza and Cairo, and enjoy New Year’s lunch at legendary Mena House. Cruise from Luxor to Aswan aboard Nile Adventurer, visiting Karnak Temple, Edfu, and Kom Ombo. Fly to Abu Simbel to see the temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. In Jordan, explore Petra, Madaba, Amman, and Jerash. Land/cruise rates: from $8,995
In the World of the Maharajas: The Splendors of Rajasthan January 10 to 25, 2016 Explore Jaipur, Udaipur, and Jodhpur and enjoy exclusive visits throughout Rajasthan. In Delhi, celebrate the Punjabi harvest festival in a private home. View Agra’s iconic Taj Mahal. Continue to Jaipur, where we will dine with a member of the royal family. In Udaipur, a sunset cruise on Lake Pichola is followed by dinner at the former residence of the Maharana of Udaipur. Land rate: $12,950
China, Classical to Cutting Edge: Featuring Art Basel Hong Kong March 16 to 25, 2016 Explore centuries of Asian art beginning with Shanghai’s contemporary art scene. See private collections, visit galleries and museums, and spend a day in beautiful Suzhou. Fly to Hong Kong for VIP access to Art Basel Hong Land rate: $13,995 Kong and a visit to Victoria Peak.
The Art & Architecture of Cuba: Havana & Beyond March 26 to April 2, 2016 and October 29 to November 5, 2016 Please call for additional dates! Discover the heart of Old Havana and connect with leading artists on visits to their studios and homes. On an overnight excursion to the north coast, explore Matanzas, Cárdenas, and Varadero. Enjoy a private concert in a hilltop chapel; visit a unique publisher of handmade books; and see Xanadu, the former du Pont mansion built in 1930. Land rate: $6,795
Dutch & Flemish Landscapes Aboard AmaPrima April 10 to 18, 2016 On a glorious springtime voyage, view magnificent collections, colorful gardens, and exciting new architecture in Holland and Belgium. See the Cathedral of St. Bavo and the Ghent Altarpiece, and admire Michelangelo’s Madonna in charming Bruges. Conclude in Amsterdam with a visit to the Rijksmuseum. Cruise rates: from $4,995
Sail from Barbados to visit historic island plantations, tour botanical gardens, and swim in dazzling waters. Ports of call include the “Spice Island” of Grenada and St. Vincent. On St. Lucia, discover a beach set in the Anse des Pitons. Enjoy water sports on tiny Bequia and visit Balata Gardens on Martinique. Optional Barbados prelude. Cruise rates: from $6,995
Photo by Jimmy Baikovicius
Gardens of the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud January 14 to 21, 2016
Museum of Islamic Art, Doha
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In the Footsteps of St. James: The Camino de Santiago May 20 to June 1, 2016 Follow the legendary Camino through medieval towns and across fertile plains on this active program. Listen to the Gregorian chant of the monks of Silos. Conclude at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela to see the incense burning ritual. Stay in splendid paradores. Daily walks average 3.5 miles. Land rate: $8,995
Gems of Northern Europe: Hamburg, Hannover & The Hague June 5 to 16, 2016 Explore the culturally rich cities of Hamburg and The Hague as well as the enchanting small city of Hannover. The interplay of traditions in German, English, and Dutch architecture will enhance this distinctive itinerary. Land rate: $9,995
Peruvian llamas, Machu Picchu
Titian to Tiepolo: The Veneto & Venice April 18 to 27, 2016 Venetian art on the mainland and in Venice itself gives us a perfect view of this dazzling city’s achievement. Stay four nights at the luxurious Villa Cipriani in Asolo. Continue to Venice for a look at the genius of La Serenissima while staying at the recently restored Gritti Palace on the Grand Canal. Optional Parma prelude. Land rate: $12,150
Ancient Civilizations of Peru April 29 to May 10, 2016 Visit the Museo de Arte de Lima and enjoy a private, after-hours reception at the Pedro de Osma Museum. Fly to Chiclayo to tour the adobe city of Chan Chan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the ancient fortresses and sun temples of Cusco, and travel by train to mysterious Machu Picchu. Land rate: $9,995
The Lower Danube: Vienna to Bucharest Aboard Royal Crown June 10 to 21, 2016 From Vienna, the city of music, cruise to stunning palaces in Bratislava, Slovakia, and Budapest, Hungary. Pass through the Iron Gates, a series of magnificent cliff-lined gorges between Serbia and Romania. In Bulgaria, visit an ancient fortress, discover unique rock formations, and sample local wines. Cruise rates: from $5,995
Byzantium & Beyond Aboard Variety Voyager June 12 to 25, 2016 Sail from Istanbul to see ancient fortresses, bustling bazaars, and stunning churches on a fascinating Black Sea cruise. Call at Amasya, Trabzon, Batumi, Sochi, Varna, and Nessebâr, and fly by chartered plane to Suceava to see Romania’s magnificent painted churches. Cruise rates: from $9,995
Great Houses & Gardens of Northern Ireland April 30 to May 9, 2016 Discover Dublin’s gardens and galleries. Visit the home and gardens of Killyreagh and Crom Castle. Explore Oakfield Park and Baronscourt, one of Northern Ireland’s great Georgian houses. Conclude in Belfast to tour stately homes including Ballywalter Park, Mount Stewart, and Grey Abbey. Land rate: $6,995 Pre-Raphaelites & Arts and Crafts Movement in England May 4 to 15, 2016 Learn about the artists who rejected mass industrialization by celebrating medieval techniques and vibrant color. Visit London’s William Morris Gallery and Leighton House Museum. Admire works at the Ashmolean in Oxford; stroll in Arts and Crafts gardens in the Cotswolds; enjoy an exclusive stay at Weston Park near Birmingham. Land rate: $9,495
The Western Mediterranean Aboard Sea Cloud II May 11 to 20, 2016 Call at less-visited ports for exclusive visits in Italy and Spain. Tour a country estate on Menorca, and in Palma de Mallorca discover the Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation, home to over 2,500 works by the artist. Conclude with visits to the fabled Alhambra and Generalife in Granada. Optional pre and postlude programs. Cruise rates: from $7,995
Mount Stewart house and gardens, Belfast
Moscow to St. Petersburg Aboard Volga Dream June 15 to 25, 2016 Tour Moscow’s Kremlin when it is closed to the public and see stellar painting collections. Board Volga Dream to visit picturesque cities with glorious monasteries, including the Golden Ring cities of Uglich and Yaroslavl. Optional St. Petersburg postlude. Cruise rates: from $5,995
Houses of the English Aristocracy June 20 to 29, 2016 Visit some of England’s most spectacular houses including palatial Chatsworth, the Robert Adam masterpieces at Kedleston and Newby, and eccentric Calke Abbey. Drive to Wales to see Powis Castle before concluding in London. Land rate: $8,575
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St. Petersburg to Copenhagen Aboard Sea Cloud II July 1 to 12, 2016 Cruise past medieval spires and Baroque and Art Nouveau buildings to seven Baltic and Scandinavian nations. Highlights include overnight stays in Vilnius and Stockholm, a private organ performance in Riga’s cathedral, and an exclusive concert in Tallinn. Cruise rates: from $9,995
Castles & Collections of the Celtic Isles Aboard Sea Cloud II July 22 to August 2, 2016 Tour storied strongholds, exotic gardens, and romantic castles on a luxury summer cruise. Discover Aberdeen, the Orkney Islands, Inverewe, and the Hebrides. In Northern Ireland visit private estates with their owners before concluding in Dublin. Cruise rates: from $9,995
In the Realm of Eleanor: Poitiers to Bordeaux September 9 to 18, 2016 The greatest heiress of her time, Eleanor of Aquitaine left her imprint on two less-visited provinces of France: Poitou and Aquitaine. Discover museums, churches, and monuments in this region; enjoy a special visit to the home of conductor William Christie and a private reception and tasting at the famous House of Hennessy in Cognac. Land rate: $6,850
Fire & Ice: Iceland Natura September 15 to 23, 2016 Tour one of most geologically dynamic places on Earth. Visit studios of prominent artists and see private art collections and galleries with an expert lecturer. Experience lively Nordic culture; marvel at Iceland’s northern lights; and discover the primeval landscape of volcanoes, waterfalls, and glaciers. Land rate: $9,995
Adriatic Odyssey: Venice to Malta Aboard Sea Cloud October 14 to 23, 2016 Enjoy a canal cruise in Venice before embarking the four-masted Sea Cloud. Call at Ravenna, with its stunning mosaics, and visit Urbino. Cross the Adriatic to Dubrovnik and the walled city of Kotor. Discover the Italian gems of Lecce and Syracuse, and visit a private palazzo. Optional Venice prelude and Malta postlude. Cruise rates: from$7,995 Majestic Estates & Artistic Legacy of the Hudson Valley October 16 to 21, 2016 Admire the landscapes that inspired the Hudson River School artists on this autumn sojourn. When the fall colors are at their peak, tour grand residences including Cedar Grove, Springwood, and Olana. By special invitation, visit and dine at the homes of private collectors. Enjoy a tasting at historic Benmarl Winery. Land rate: TBA Iconic Iran: A Journey Through Persia October 20 to November 5, 2016 Visit the outstanding museums of modern Tehran; fly to the UNESCO-recognized site of Bisotun; and see Choga Zanbil, one of the few remaining ziggurats outside of Mesopotamia. In Shiraz, “city of roses and nightingales,” tour celebrated gardens and mosques. Spend a day in Persepolis, once the center of the Persian Empire, and discover the architectural splendors of Isfahan . Land rate: $9,995
The Romantic Rhône: Arles to Lyon Aboard AmaDagio September 20 to 30, 2016 Spend two nights in Nice before cruising the waterways of southern France. See the Papal Palace in Avignon and the Château de Cormatin near Mâcon. Continue to Dijon and Beaune, home to the Burgundian dukes and the famous tiled roofs. Conclude in the culinary capital of Lyon. Land/cruise rates: from $5,995
Discovering the Caucasus: Armenia, Georgia & Azerbaijan September 26 to October 7, 2016 In Armenia, visit UNESCO-listed Zvartnots Cathedral, and in Tbilisi, Georgia, tour the Museum of Fine Arts with a specialist. Spend three nights in Baku, Azerbaijan, to see ancient cave paintings and enjoy an afternoon cruise on the Caspian Sea. Land rate: $8,995
Splendors of Sicily: Naples to Malta Aboard Sea Cloud II October 14 to 23, 2016 Circumnavigate Sicily, discovering splendid ancient temples and theaters, glittering mosaics, and a Caravaggio masterpiece. Highlights include a private reception at the Baroque palazzo of Barone Beneventano. Cruise rates: from $6,995
Naghsh-i Jahan Square, Isfahan
Art & Archaeology of Israel October 23 to November 3, 2016 Experience Jerusalem’s extraordinary sites including the Ophel Archaeological Gardens and Western Wall. View the ancient fortress of Masada and float in the Dead Sea. At Kibbutz Ein Harod visit one of Israel’s first art museums, and spend a night in Tiberias. In Tel Aviv, see the UNESCO World Heritage “White City” and collections at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. Land rate: TBA
A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & the Nile by Private Plane December 26, 2016 to January 6, 2017 Celebrate the New Year on the Nile! See the wonders of Cairo and Giza and fly to Abu Simbel by private plane to view the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari. In Aswan, board Nile Adventurer for a three-night cruise to Luxor, exploring the temples at Kom Ombo and Edfu en route. Procession of Virgins mosaic, Ravenna
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2 017 C RU I SE PR E V I E W Gardens of the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud January 30 to February 6, 2017 Visit great gardens, sail in turquoise waters, and step ashore at lesser-known ports of call to experience Caribbean culture and culinary delights. Embark the legendary Sea Cloud in Antigua to call at St. Barthélemy, Tortola, Virgin Gorda, St. Eustatius, Nevis, and Iles des Saintes. Cruise rates: from $6,995 With the Trade Winds: Curaçao to Panama Aboard Sea Cloud II February 13 to 21, 2017 Sail to pristine Caribbean islands, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and national parks teeming with biodiversity. See Dutch colonial architecture in Curaçao, then cruise to Bonaire, Colombia, and Panama. Cruise rates: from $5,995 Panama Canal: Panama to Costa Rica Aboard Sea Cloud II February 20 to March 3, 2017 White-sand beaches, undiscovered museums, and the Panama Canal await. From Panama City, sail the coasts of Panama and Costa Rica to national parks accessible only by boat, and call at San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. Disembark in Puntarenas, Costa Rica and continue to San José. Cruise rates: from $8,995
Elephant in Jaipur, photo: John Haslam
Please send me more information on the 2016 trips checked below. WI NTER 2016 Kings, Gods & Dragons: New Year’s in Cambodia & Vietnam A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & Jordan In the World of the Maharajas: The Splendors of Rajasthan Gardens of the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud Arabian Innovation in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Doha India East to West: From Delhi to Mumbai New Perspectives on Ancient Mexico SPR I NG 2016 China, Featuring Art Basel Hong Kong Art & Architecture of Cuba: Havana & Beyond Dutch & Flemish Landscapes Aboard AmaPrima Titian to Tiepolo: The Veneto & Venice Ancient Civilizations of Peru
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Great Houses & Gardens of Northern Ireland
Castles & Collections on the Rhine River Aboard AmaCapella June 9 to 19, 2017 Follow the mighty Rhine upstream through landscapes immortalized by Turner, Goethe, and Byron, and explore Cologne, Mainz, Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. Disembark in Basel to visit outstanding Art Basel. Cruise rates: from $5,995
Pre-Raphaelites & Arts and Crafts in England The Western Mediterranean Aboard Sea Cloud II In the Footsteps of St. James: Camino de Santiago SUMMER 2016 Hamburg, Hannover & The Hague
Moscow to St. Petersburg Aboard Volga Dream June 14 to 24, 2017 Explore the history of the 1917 Russian Revolution in its Centennial year. Discover Moscow before embarking Volga Dream to cruise the Russian waterways to Uglich, Yaroslavl, Goritsy, UNESCO-designated Kizhy, and charming Mandrogi. Conclude in St. Petersburg. Cruise rates: from $6,995
The Lower Danube: Vienna to Bucharest Aboard Royal Crown Byzantium & Beyond Aboard Variety Voyager Moscow to St. Petersburg Aboard Volga Dream Houses of the English Aristocracy St. Petersburg to Copenhagen Aboard Sea Cloud II Castles & Collections of the Celtic Isles Aboard Sea Cloud II
The Enchanting Douro River Aboard AmaVida September 11 to 21, 2017 Cruise through the verdant landscapes of Portugal’s Douro River Valley, stepping ashore to explore timeless villages, tour remarkable museums, sample excellent varietals, and savor Michelin-starred cuisine. Visit private vineyards, manor homes, and gardens. Cruise rates: from $5,995 Vineyards & Châteaux: Bordeaux Aboard AmaDolce October 18 to 26, 2017 Discover Bordeaux during the autumn vendange. Sample Sauternes and rich varietals from the Médoc and Saint-Emilion regions, and visit the châteaux where the grapes are grown. Stroll the streets of Bergerac and admire the medieval Château de Roquetaillade. Cruise rates: from $5,995 On the back cover, clockwise from upper left: Pyramids of Giza, photo by Tinou Bao; Plaza Vieja, Cuba, photo by Eric Pontfire; Douro Valley; Port in St. Tropez. On the reservation form page: The Great Wall of China (top) and Northern Lights in Iceland (bottom).
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In the Realm of Eleanor: Poitiers to Bordeaux Fire & Ice: Iceland Natura The Romantic Rhône: Arles to Lyon Aboard AmaDagio Discovering the Caucasus: Armenia, Georgia & Azerbaijan Splendors of Sicily: Naples to Malta Aboard Sea Cloud II Adriatic Odyssey: Venice to Malta Aboard Sea Cloud Majestic Estates & Artistic Legacy of the Hudson Valley Iconic Iran: A Journey Through Persia The Art & Archaeology of Israel A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & the Nile by Private Plane